Lewes travel guide
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You're Going to Love Lewes
With a population of 16,479, Lewes is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lewes to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Lewes
If you’re looking for affordable options, Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Lewes (56 Cliffe High St) and Côte Brasserie - Lewes (82 High Street) are great picks.
When to visit Lewes
How to Get to Lewes
Plane
Although Lewes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London All airports (LON), which is located 71 km from Lewes. The shortest flight to Lewes from Ireland departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 1h 30m.
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Lewes, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Lewes to Nottingham takes 1h 46m and costs around €44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Nottingham, expect to pay about €44 for a 1h 46m trip. Located 5 km from the city centre, Lewes Southease Church (Bus) is the busiest station in Lewes. Another popular train station is Lewes Cooksbridge, Sussex, located 3 km from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Lewes is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 70 km from Lewes. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lewes, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Leicester, the bus ride to Lewes takes 209 km and will cost you around €8. From Bristol, the ticket costs about €4 for a journey of 217 km.
Airports near Lewes
Airlines serving Lewes
Where to stay in Lewes
From 5-star hotels such as the Beechwood B&B to great affordable options like the The Blacksmith's Arms Halland, Lewes offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €107 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €150 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lewes
Most booked hotels in Lewes
Hiring a car in Lewes
Expect to pay €1.74 per litre in Lewes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €20.87 and €27.83. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lewes, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.